The Executive Director is the senior operational leader for overseeing all aspects of the business. This role combines executive-level strategy with hands-on management of daily operations and clinical oversight. The right candidate will be a proven healthcare operations leader capable of optimizing performance, managing cross-functional teams, and supporting providers so they can deliver outstanding patient care.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical and Operational Leadership
- Oversee clinical leaders for service disciplines, ensuring outstanding clinical care and improving patient outcomes. Note: This does not presume clinical oversight of medication management, but does require clinical coordination with the medical director, and this role does have administrative oversight of medication management.
- Implement and oversee outcomes measurement tools to ensure superior quality of clinical service.
- Oversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new providers.
- Coordinate credentialing, orientation, onboarding, and integration into clinic workflows.
- Maintain strong provider relations, addressing operational needs and supporting collaborative work environments.
- Oversee daily operations across administration, HR, IT, billing, and clinical support teams.
- Coordinate seamlessly with providers to ensure optimal patient flow, resource allocation, and service delivery to ensure an outstanding patient experience.
Cultural Leadership and Community Engagement
- Foster a patient-first and provider-centric culture of clinical excellence and operational efficiency.
- Spearhead the integration of administrative and clinical support teams.
- In coordination with the business development team and the Chairperson:
- Drive authentic community engagement
- Develop partnerships with local organizations, schools, and advocacy groups to expand mental health awareness and access.
- Elevate the practice’s public image
- Identify opportunities to advance Lyn Lake clinicians as thought leaders in mental health and well-being
Performance Oversight & Auditing
- Conduct performance audits for administrative and clinical teams.
- Provide coaching, training, and performance improvement plans as needed.
- Monitor KPIs for operational efficiency, patient satisfaction, and compliance.
Financial Management
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Partner with billing staff to ensure accurate claims submission, denial management, and optimal revenue cycle performance.
- Identify and implement cost-control strategies while ensuring quality of patient care.
Clinical Caseload
- This role is expected to maintain a caseload of 5 to 10 patients per week.
QualificationsRequired
- Licensed mental health clinician (MD/DO, psychologist, advanced practice provider, or licensed master’s level therapist)
- 5+ years of progressive healthcare management experience, including leadership of multi-provider, high-revenue practices.
- Proven track record developing and implementing SOPs and performance monitoring systems.
- Demonstrated success in cross-functional leadership, provider relations, and financial oversight.
- In-depth understanding of EHR systems, billing processes, and regulatory compliance.
Preferred
- Advanced degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with Minnesota payer policies and behavioral health regulations.
- HR management experience, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
- Prior leadership of a large, multi-provider medical operation.
Compensation & BenefitsWe are committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering a competitive package that reflects the scope and complexity of this leadership role:
- Compensation: $120,000 – 160,000 base salary plus bonus based on experience and qualifications in addition to 65% net collections for clinical work.
- Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and leadership training opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative work environment
